Practical Nursing

Rewarding and exciting careers in nursing begin with the one-year Practical Nursing program at Red River Technology Center.

Students attend the 12-month Practical Nursing program from July to the following June and attend class Monday through Friday from approximately 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clinical hours vary from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Applicants must schedule an entrance exam (testing dates listed below) and complete an application packet prior to being accepted to the Practical Nursing program. Applicants must also have a pre-requisite course of Medical Terminology, with a minimum of 45 clock hours, with a grade of B or better. Information packets may be picked up from the RRTC Counselor in the main building. The Practical Nursing program is open to adults who possess a GED or diploma.

The Practical Nursing program is accredited and approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. Graduates of the program are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Testing Dates

Testing space is limited and applicants must sign-up no later than 3 days prior to the testing date. To sign-up, call the Practical Nursing secretary or Assessment and Testing Coordinator at 580-255-2903.

8:00 am Test

September 6, 2018
November 8, 2018
January 10, 2019
March 7, 2019*
April 4, 2019

5:30 pm Test

October 9, 2018
December 4, 2018
February 5, 2019
March 26, 2019
April 16, 2019

Graduates of the program who choose to continue their education may be able to receive college credit at additional institutions, including the University of Oklahoma.

Additional fees may apply to this Career Pathway. Red River Technology Center has determined that the disclosure of information regarding textbook and supplemental material fees is not practicable: this information is “To be determined.” Please see the Red River Technology Center Counselor for more information.

Red River Technology Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex/gender, age or qualified disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. For special accommodations, contact the counselor at 580-255-2903, ext. 230. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
Español: El Red River Technology Center no discrimina a raza, color, nacionalidad, genero, edad, o habilidad deferenciada.